Groceries & Markets

Hidden Gems

Discover Houston's Best Community-Led Grocery Stores

From Asian to African to Middle Eastern to Latin American, Houston's community groceries offer authentic tastes of home for its multicultural communities.

07/18/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Hidden Gems

The Backbone of Bayou City’s Warehouse District

The neighborhood shop has built a following with convenience-store staples and unique style, from candy and beer to clothing and handpicked trinkets.

07/14/2022 By Amarie Gipson Photography by Michael Starghill

You Do It!

6 Must-Visit Farms for Summer Produce and Berry Picking

Support agriculture across the area and get some locally grown food.

06/17/2021 By Shivani Parmar

What a Rush!

Love Those Cotton Candy TikTok Videos? This Business Is Bringing the Sweet Treat to You

Sugar Swirls is whirling up tasty, homemade, pastel-colored joy in Pasadena.

04/07/2021 By Meredith Nudo

We're Back on That Again

Grocery Stores and Other Markets: Here's Who's Open and Closed

Want to grab water (ehhhh), produce (uhhh), or beans (they probably got those)?

02/17/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Get It and Get Grubbin'

Looking to Eat Healthy During the Holidays? Vital Kitchen Can Help

This Houston meal-delivery service focuses on fresh produce and cutting out the bad stuff.

11/26/2020 By Joanna O'Leary

Inspect these gadgets

The Best Kitchen Gadgets, According to the Professionals

Houston chefs and food professionals recommend their favorites.

11/16/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

One Last Dance

So Long, Disco Kroger, You Charmingly Unpretty Sight

As the infamous Montrose store prepares to turn off its lights for good, a writer reminisces.

11/11/2020 By Craig Hlavaty

Homegrown Houston

10 Foods You Should Buy from Local Makers

Shop local. Support local.

05/01/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Cover It Up

How Grocery Stores Are Handling Mask Policy

We asked a few of the major local chains if they're enforcing the city order.

04/28/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

The Choco-Tastic Group

5 New Easter Candies to Sweeten Up Your Week

An homage to Prince? Lemon Kit-Kats? What to get ... and not get ... for your basket.

04/06/2020 By Joanna O'Leary

A Fresh Idea

Indigo Chef Hopes to Spur Change With New Grocery Store

For Jonny Rhodes, there's no time like the present to make people think about their food.

03/27/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Don't Panic

What to Know About Grocery Stores During Coronavirus Spread

Many markets have changed hours and offer delivery, curbside pickup.

03/17/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Choco-tastic

Can These Cake Mixes Turn You Into A Baking Pro?

Tackling Godiva while attempting to not make a fool out of oneself.

08/26/2019 By Joanna O'Leary

Party City

Dinner Is Served: The Best Party Food (and Drinks!) in Houston

Caterers, cakes, and even a signature cocktail.

08/26/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Milling Around

Where You Can (and Should) Try Oat Milk

The dairy substitute trend has finally made its way to Houston.

06/07/2019 By Siena DeBolt

Candy Lineup

A Serious Judgment of Those New Snickers Varieties

Only one can come out on top. But at least getting to the bottom of it will be fun.

06/06/2019 By Joanna O'Leary

The Drawl

How to Get Inside the New H-E-B in the Heights

What will it take: A helicopter? Ziplining? A monster truck?!?

03/25/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

The Perfect Pairing

9 Perfect Texas Cheese and Wine Pairings

From Lubbock to Driftwood, Blanco to Grapevine, Texas cheeses and wines have been garnering awards and cult followings. Now it's time to enjoy the two together.

02/25/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

The Perfect Pairing

How to Craft the Perfect Cheeseboard

Snag the right meats, fruits, veggies, bread, and more to go with your cheeses.

02/25/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

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